Embracing a Healthy Family

Perfect for Health or Fitness Buffs: KLUTCHclub

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If you are a regular to my blog, you know that I've been on a mission for getting healthier for over a year and I can happily say that a year ago, I started on this journey in a get serious mode and have lost and kept off more than 30 pounds.  I'm now in maintenance and toning up phase and feel that being healthy is a lifetime event that is not a one off to lose weight for the time being.  When I lose weight and get healthier, I don't limit myself to what I know rather I look for new products to help me and my family on this journey.  This is where KLUTCHclub comes in.  You probably have heard of other subscription sites but I find this one unique in that they deliver monthly boxes of health to your door.


The KLUTCHclub is an easy three step way to promote your goals:

  1. Sign up and choose the membership you want.
  2. Receive your KLUTCHclub box at your door.
  3. Receive additional promotions and earn free boxes by providing feedback.
The KLUTCHclub offers three membership options that lets you choose how often you receive new boxes and how much you pay.  Each box is shipped the 15th of the month and offers free shipping to the contiguous United States.  Although KLUTCHclub is geared towards women, there is a KLUTCHclub for men coming soon!

May's box contents!

If you want to see what are in boxes, check out May's box.  I received a complimentary April box and loved it!  April's theme was Spring Clean Your Body and included:

  •     A detoxifying Yoga workout from MTV Power Yoga star, Kristin McGee
  •     A brand new energizing drink product to kick-start your workout
  •     Post workout coconut water hydration to replenish electrolytes
  •     Soothing teas with plant based anti-oxidants to improve your skin
  •     A cleansing organic deep-pore facial wash
  •     Organic omega 3, flax and fish oil supplements in new flavors
  •     Satisfying healthy snacks and nutritious treats
  •     A gift from an organic yoga clothing company
This is a great way to introduce yourself to new products that you may not have known about or have tried.  It's an expensive way to try out products while each box contains products that equal much more than the subscription.  I enjoyed checking out the surprise that was wrapped in my very cool box.  The only con is receiving products you may not like such as tea and coconut water which I like neither but what a great way to do something nice by giving it to someone else who does like it!  It's a win-win for yourself and friend. 


KLUTCHclub April Box I Received


I definitely love the idea and how you get a sneak peek of the next month's box to determine if you want to order it.  June's box is full of some incredible products.


You can even gift a box!

KLUTCHclub makes the perfect gift!

Like KLUTCHclub on Facebook and follow on Twitter.

This is a great way to stay up to date on the latest products that promote good health.  I love the concept, the delivery and the variety of products.  A great idea full of high quality products that are useful and fun!


*Disclosure:  I received a complimentary sample from KLUTCHclub but the opinions are of my own.

Free Blogger Event from J's Reviews & Mizz Review Lady 6/15 - 6/30


J’s Reviews and Mizz Review Lady are accepting blogger sign ups for an great new giveaway for those in the US.  The giveaway runs from June 15, through June 30, 2012.
Here are the Blogger Requirements if You Want to Sign Up:
  • Write a blog post about the sign up for the event linking back to J’s Reviews and Mizz Review Lady (links above). 
  • Must have at least 600 Facebook or Twitter followers for a free link.  If you do not have that many followers on either Facebook or Twitter, you can still join by paying $4 per link which is a good deal.
  • Giveaway must be posted by 11:59 am on June 15, 2012.  (post and Rafflecopter code will be emailed to you) If you do not have the giveaway posted in time, you will be deleted as this is not fair to the other bloggers who work hard to promote.
  • You can have more than just the free link for a fee of $4 per link.  Paid links will be closer to the top of the Rafflecopter form.
Bids are being taken for a host spot.  The host spot will be closer to the top of the Rafflecopter form and you will get 4 links of your choice.  Host spots are good for your blog in terms of traffic ;)
The first 100 blogs to sign up will be accepted to this event, provided all requirements are met.  Once there are 100 blogs participating, sign ups will close.
There will be one grand prize winner for this event. (US only)  The winner will receive over $1,000 in prizes listed here.
Bloggers benefit too as the blog that refers the most sign ups will receive either a $10 Amazon gift card or $10 Paypal.  Also, the blog that refers the most giveaway entries will receive either a $10 Amazon or $10 Paypal AND a Panini Press from IMUSA!  
If you’re interested, send an email to jenni.lawna@yahoo.com with the following information:
  1. Your name
  2. Blog URL
  3. Link to your Free Blogger Event sign up post (which links back to J’s Reviews and Mizz Review Lady)
  4. The link you are using in the event. (Facebook or Twitter)
  5. Any links that you are paying for.  Can be any link. (you will have a reply with the Paypal email to send money to)
  6. If bidding for host spot, amount of your bid.
  7. Name or URL of blog that referred you.  If you’re coming from here, then it would be Giveaway 

The NFL Gets Down with Dairy

Moo-ove over Tom BradyDeion Branch and Ripley the Cow are stealing the spotlight! Patriot Wide Receiver Deion Branch and Ripley the Cow help to educate people about natural and lactose free milk in this fun video below.

With so many kids being diagnosed with food allergies, it's important that parents and friends understand that kids can have the foods they love - as long as they are allergen free.



Kickin' Back With Dad 32In SONY BRAVIA Flat Screen HDTV Fathers Day Giveaway Event

Father's Day Giveaway Event

Kickin' Back With Dad 32In SONY BRAVIA Flat Screen HDTV Fathers Day Giveaway Event!

Welcome to our annual Fathers Day Giveaway Event! This year, 1 VERY LUCKY Dad will WIN A New SONY BRAVIA FLAT SCREEN!

Think your dear old dad is the greatest dad ever? Want to give him a new TV? Think YOU'RE the greatest dad ever? Keep it for yourself!
Father's Day Giveaway Event

Watch your favorite movies and TV shows in brilliant Sony HD picture quality. The Sony Bravia 720p HDTV is the ultimate! It even features 4 HD inputs for connecting your cable box, Playstation 3 system and more! Plus a USB port for enjoying your camera's photos on the big screen.

Here's What You Get:



  • 720p HD Clarity Enjoy clear picture details with 720p image resolution. Watch movies, sports and primetime HD television broadcasts with robust detail that is optimized for 16:9 widescreen panels   
  • Four HD Inputs With the Bravia, you can plug into the action with versatile HD connection options. Four HD inputs include two HDMI inputs for sources like your HD cable box, home theater system, Blu-ray Disc player or PS3 system, one HD component input and a PC input (HD-15 pin) which lets you use your HDTV as a computer monitor.   
  • USB Input Share your vacation photos instantly on the big screen or listen to your favorite music. Simply connect your compatible digital camera, USB-enabled MP3 player or USB storage device directly to your HDTV's USB input. It's a fast and simple way to relive the memories without a hassle.   
  • Digital Noise Reduction Watch ultra-vivid HD clarity and less grain. Digital Noise Reduction enhances detail in whatever you're watching with meticulous processing. It even helps clean up video from USB and other PC sources so the picture looks pristine and vivid. (cables sold separately)   
  • Energy Star Efficient   

TV will be ordered AFTER winner is drawn. It will ship DIRECTLY to the winner. We NEVER touch it!
   
Grandma Juice and The Kids Are Grown Now What have teamed up with a great group of bloggers to bring you this awesome giveaway for Father's Day
There are multiple ways to win! Do some, Do them all..... It's up to you! Some you can even do daily for added bonus entries! There's something for everyone!
Ready? Go! Good luck!
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Summer Must Have: Crocs™ Branded Sunglasses Review

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Regardless of the time of year, it's important to protect our eyes and with that, a good pair of sunglasses is always there.  However, since summer is just about officially here, it's time to think about protecting our peepers even more and who better to protect them then the same folks who cover our feet than  Crocs™?   Crocs™, yes, you heard me correctly, has introduced new Crocs™ eyewear that are not only functional but fun.


Sunglasses


Crocs™ sunglasses are fun in that they provide:

  • Mix and match faces and arms for your own custom look
  • Hinge packs to change up the look even more* (see below for more information)
  • Kids temple packs

Today, we received two complimentary pairs of kids Crocs™ sunglasses and here is the outcome.  Three very happy kids who posed without any push back.



The sunglasses fit perfectly on all three girls.  My nine year old actually wears adult sized glasses so but the glasses were perfect for her in spite of being for kids.  The two older ones wore them the entire time they were outside with no slippage or complaints.  They are durable and withstood the strength of the nearly five year old pulling the arms way out to put on until I explained she didn't need to do that.  I tried on the adult sized ones and they were comfortable, did not slip down my nose and provided the right amount of sun protection so I didn't squint.  Overall, they are very nice glasses.  They even came in their own protective little bag which is always nice.


The adult versions are available in shiny black/satin black and shiny crystal brown fade and cost $39.99 on the Crocs™ website.  Kids are available two different shapes and many colors and are $19.99.  Hinges can be chosen in different colors as well.  

The adult glasses have eco friendly polarized lenses made of cellulose, a natural and renewable resource and both are 100% protection from UV rays.

More details about the Jibbitz™ Hinges:
  • Patented hinges that flex to fit all face shapes
  • Interchangeable parts to make unique sunglass combinations
  • Available in a variety of colors to suit anyone’s style
  • Trade, mix and match with family and friends
  • Optional hinge packs and temple arms (sold separately)


To purchase Crocs™ eyewear, just click on the Crocs™ link.

Stay up to date with Crocs™ on FacebookTwitter and their blog.

Check out this video:



*Disclosure:  I received two complimentary sets of sunglasses from Crocs.  The opinions are of my own.


AMF Summer Unplugged: Free Bowling this Summer!


Already fearing the summer time blues as the kiddos complain of being bored or not having anything to do?  Not to mention the expense of all these summer activities have on the budget so anytime you can can pick up something cheap or better yet, free, why not?  For those of you near an AMF bowling center, they are offering a great deal called Summer Unplugged.  Children ages 15 and under, at select AMF centers will get two free games of bowling per day (shoe rental not included).  There is even a great deal for those of us over 16!

Here are all the details:

AMF's Summer Unplugged is this summer's best bowling deal for kids!  And adults get in on the fun too with Summer Pass.

Summer Unplugged:
 Zip, Zero, Zilch for Kids 15 and Under

At select AMF centers, two free games of bowling per day for kids 15 and under. (Shoe rental not included, but they’re worth paying for.)

  • Time: Free bowling until 8:00PM, 7 days a week.
  • Dates: Monday, May 14 through Monday, September 3 (Labor Day).
  • Parents go to http://bit.ly/AMFfree to select a participating center (over 250 locations) and complete a simple registration form.
  • Free game coupons emailed every week starting May 14 – it’s that simple!
  • $3.29 Kids Meals
Summer Pass: Great Deal for Everyone 16 and Over


2 free games, per day for up to four people ages 16 and up (shoe rental not included).
One $29.95 Summer Pass is good for 2 games per day for up to four people all summer long - that's $7.50 per person!(Same dates and times as above.)
Available online at http://bit.ly/SummerPass.








*Disclosure:  I was provided this information from AMF as part of my participation with One2One Network.  I may win a gift card for posting.

Chloraseptic® Review and New Children's Products

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I just recently recovered from a three week plus cold with a killer sore throat along with my children.  Finding relief for a sore throat as a child, not to mention an adult, can be trying.  My younger one has restrictions on what she can take so turning to Chloraseptic® is a choice for me and since it's the number one recommended product by pharmacists, I feel better.  From lozenges to sprays to products just for kids, they fit the bill for everyone in my family.




Green Tea Lozenges Green Tea Lozenges


What makes  Chloraseptic®  unique in my opinion?  The warming soothing liquid center that delivers fast relief.  The benzocaine provides temporarily relief from minor irritation, pain, sore mouth and sore throats.  I received complimentary boxes of  Chloraseptic®  Warming Sore Throat Lozenges in Honey Lemon and Green Tea flavors.  I'm not a fan of honey which is unfortunate due to the health benefits I've read of it.  I did my oldest try them and she did find instant relief and used them throughout her bout with the cold.  


Kids Lollipops


What is nice about the  Chloraseptic®  page, you can choose the age of your child and determine which products are available to them to avoid giving them an incorrect product.  They also have the standard Spray that many of us grew up with along with a portable targeted spray and Lollipops in three flavors which I have tried with my children in the past.  It's a great way to administer relief without a fight.


Chloraseptic® has a great resource of information on their page to include cold/flu trackers, seasonal tips, reviews, links, what's new, special offers and more.


Save $1.00 here!








*Disclosure:  I received complimentary samples of product by  Chloraseptic® .  The opinions are of my own.

Chloraseptic® lozenges contain benzocaine which temporarily relieves minor irritation, pain, sore mouth and throat. Chloraseptic®, when used as directed, provides safe, effective and fast relief.*
*Note regarding responsible and safe use of benzocaine containing products:
Prestige Brands is committed to sharing and reinforcing appropriate product usage information to ensure the responsible and safe use of over the counter products. Recently the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) communicated a rare adverse effect in certain over-the-counter consumer products containing benzocaine. Specifically, the FDA recommended that caregivers of children under the age of two years old should consult their physician or healthcare professional before giving products containing benzocaine. We are working with the FDA to determine appropriate actions, but continue to advise consumers seeking further information regarding use of benzocaine to consult their health care provider.

Luden's® Throat Drop Review & Jingle Contest 6/29

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Did you know that  Luden's® throat drops have been around for over 130 years?  I had no idea but I do know that whenever I would get sick,  Luden's®  Wild Cherry Throat Drops were what I reached for.  I loved the taste and how it would prevent coughing attacks especially during school when I was younger and then work as I grew up.  Luden's®  has progressed through the years to add more variety and now you get so many choices:  Honey Licorice, Orange, Wild Berry, Wild Cherry (sugar free and regular) and Honey Lemon. 




I'm a picky one and will admit that the Wild Cherry is the only Luden's® throat drops that I use.  I love the full flavor and it doesn't have the extreme medicine taste making any throat irritation a reason to open up a  Luden's® Wild Cherry or any flavor you prefer.  I also like that they are inexpensive and it's a brand I trust.


You can save $1.00 here and why you are it, enter the LaLa Luden's® Jingle Contest for a chance to win a $2500 cash prize, your jingle featured on the Luden's® website, tickets to watch one of America's top talent search shows and a one year supply of Luden's® products for one grand prize winner with nine finalists vying for $100 American Express gift cards and an assortment of Luden's® products.






*Disclosure:  I received complimentary samples of product by Luden's® .  The opinions are of my own.

Our Hello Kitty Party


We finally had the girls' Hello Kitty party and even though I didn't get to go to the extent I wanted, it turned out with smiles from them.  The wind here is unreal so I had to move some of it inside and the part I had outside, had to be taken down as quickly as it was put up.  I had an image in my mind how it would turn out but no thanks to the wind, I wasn't able to do it.

This picture was a sweet shop which I took a white bookcase and altered it into my shop.  I used fabric, styrofoam (top part with the Hello Kitty wrap), two covered wrapping paper tubes to hold up the top and a hot glue gun.  I also used both my Silhouette SD Cutter and the Cricut with Hello Kitty cartridge to make the sign along with Elmer's glue adhesives for poster boards.





The table was just an existing table we had along with Hello Kitty plastic plates, cups and hats.



I bought pink and black Sixlets for the candy jar and via Amazon, 
Hello Kitty Marshmallow Pop, 1.48-Ounce Packages (Pack of 24) and PEZ Hello Kitty, 0.58-Ounce Assorted Candy Dispensers (Pack of 12) and Hello Kitty Candy Tin Sours Raspberry.



This was the little set up outside that included cupcakes with handmade picks, popcorn cones with Hello Kitty ribbons and push up pops as seen in the book Push-up Pops.  I used Push Pop Containers 24ct. Clear Plastic Push up Pops to layer brownie and pink icing.  I adorned Hello Kitty charms along the edge with a ribbon.










The pre-party dresses were compliments of Adorable Baby Clothing that have a beautiful assortment of amazing quality clothing for children.  From every day wear to formal wear, the selection is definitely there.  My favorite part outside of the superb customer service is the ease in finding the sizes you want if you decide to dress more than one child in the same outfit.


Party Invitation Examples:


Activities included painting our nails with the Hello Kitty manicure set, playing pin the bow on Hello Kitty and practicing riding our new bikes.



Free Blogger Sign Up!


Free Blogger Sign ups Start now!!

Here is another great free blogger event this time by Mizz Review Lady and J's Reviews.  They have put together an awesome free blogger event that will run from June 15th till June 30th and are accepting blogger sign ups, the requirements will be as follows:

**You must have 600 Facebook or Twitter Followers for a free link. If you have less, you are more than welcome to pay the small fee of $4 per link.

**Write a blog post about the sign up linking back to Mizz Review Lady and J's Reviews. (Rearrange some words so it won't be exact, since google does penalize for repeated posts)

**You must post the giveaway on the 15th by 11:59 A.M( we will email each of you the post, to organize the way you like and rafflecopter code) We will be checking, and if it's not up will will have no choice but to delete your entry to make it fair for everyone.

**If you like to buy more than one link, it will be $4 per link after the first free link. The paid links will also be closer to the top of the Rafflecopter form.


**A Guest Hostess, we are taking bids for another Host spot, this will reap benefits, you will be closer to the top of the rafflecopter and you will get any 4 links of your choice!

** Only the first 100 bloggers to sign up will get a spot in this event. After 100 spots have been filled this event will close to blogger sign ups.


There will be one Grand Prize winner! They will receive the following prizes (worth over $1,000!!!).



Hunger Games, Kindle, iPad, Soda Stream, Guria Beachwear Giveaway & Many More!






Cook'n Recipe Organizer Giveaway $385 in Prizes 6/6

Winners!

Winner #1- Sandy VanHoey-Her entry has been verified as completed
Winner #2- Jenny Green-Her entry has been verified as completed
Winner #3- Kelly Partridge Her entry has been verified as completed too! :) 

Cook'n Recipe Organizer is Celebrating their 20th Birthday!

 To celebrate they are giving away over $385 in prizes to 

*3 WINNERS*

Prize #1-Valued at $130!
(Cook'n Software and $50 Walmart Gift Card)


Prize #2-Valued at $130
(Cook'n Software, Cook'n Binder, and Recipe Cards)


Prize # 3-Valued at $125!
(Cook'n Software, Old fashioned popcorn maker, & latest edition of Cook'n Magazine!)



Cook'n, Give Oh Giveaway, Raking in the Savings, Mamal Diane, Capri's Coupons, and my blog have teamed up with some other great bloggers to share this awesome giveaway with you! 


What exactly is Cook'n?

Cook'n is the #1 selling recipe organizer software with over 3 million copies sold! 


Some of the awesome features include: (hint: click the link to see the feature in action)

"Capture" recipes from the internet- My favorite feature!
Calculate the nutrition of the recipe-Helps you live a healthy lifestyle!
Enter your family's favorite recipes easily- There is an quick fill in feature!
Print your own cookbook- This would make a great gift!
Generate grocery list by aisle- An organized shopping list and cost of meal estimate!
MORE great features here-There are so many cool things this software can do, it really is amazing!


After seeing all these cool features you want a copy of Cook'n, don't ya? You can buy it HERE or try to win it via my blog first! This giveaway starts now and will end on June 6th at 11:59 pm Eastern time. Sorry this giveaway is for US only. I know that makes some of you sad....sorry, international shipping is a bugger. To enter all you have to do is answer the following question on the rafflecopter form below. What is your favorite feature of Cook'n? Easy right?

Of course you will have plenty of extra entries to submit too! For this giveaway each participating blogger is listed individually. Choose to like the ones that might interest you and submit those entries. Or better yet, like them all, get every possible entry in for the great prizes; then if in a weeks time you feel your news feed is too clogged, just adjust the notifications. You can hide the posts from your news feed by clicking on the little gadget (star like button) and then adjust accordingly. It is easy to do and better than un-liking a page. Remember you can fill out as many or as few extra entries as you want on the Rafflecopter form! The winner will be emailed and have 24 hours to respond. GOOD LUCK!


a Rafflecopter giveaway Disclaimer: I did not receive any monetary compensation for sharing this giveaway. I just like to share great giveaways!  The comments made above are honest opinions generated by Cj from Give oh Giveaway. 

Father’s Day Kickin Back with Dad {Blogger sign Ups Open}


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Kickin Back with Dad Blogger Sign Ups
NOW OPEN!
Grandma Juice and The Kids are Grown, Now What? are hosting a HUGE Father’s Day giveaway for a 32 inch LCD TV and a $50 Walmart Gift Card for ‘Dad Snacks’! We want you to join us! The cost for the event is $15 for four links of your choice. What are you waiting for?
Let them know Health, Beauty, Children and Family sent you!

Kindle Fire Giveaway 6/21 - US & Canada

  

DonnasDealsAndMore has teamed up with Giveaway Scoop and an awesome group of bloggers to bring you an amazing giveaway!  If you are like winning things then you have to check out Giveaway Scoop.  It's a great new place to find giveaways super fun and easy.  The the fun part is all giveaways are displayed in large image-based tiles for the “wow” factor.  Plus, infinite scrolling lets you effortlessly scan through hundreds of active giveaways.  The best part is that all the giveaways are just one click away! Oh, and if you're a blogger, you can add all your giveaways to their site for free.  Thumbs up for more traffic and entries to your giveaways! 


Head on over to Giveawayscoop.com and discover how fun finding and winning free stuff can be! One lucky fan will win a Kindle Fire! This awesome giveaway is brought to you by Giveaway Scoop and DonnasDealsAndMore, and co-hosted by BabyCostCutters, Couponer's Corner, Smartchicology, Family, Love and Other Stuff, Trinkies, Be radiant by mark, Mommy Moments with Abby, and This Girl's No Expert.

All you have to do is fill out the Rafflecopter Below. Remember you can fill out as many or as few extra entries as you want on the Rafflecopter form! This giveaway will run from 12:01 am on May 24th to 11:59 pm (eastern time) on June 21st. 

You can tweet and share this giveaway daily for extra entries...so come back daily to increase your chances! The winner will be notified by email and will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be drawn!

This giveaway is open to US and Canada. Entrants must be 18 years are older. 

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Disclosure: I received no compensation for this publication. My opinions are my own and may differ from those of your own. Health, Beauty, Children and Family is not responsible for sponsor prize shipment.  

Soda Stream Fountain Giveaway ($99.95 Value) 5/31

GIVEAWAY
 Soda Stream Fountain Jet Soda Lover's
Start-Up Kit ($99.95 Value)

Starts May 24, 2012 12:01 AM ~ Ends May 31, 2012 12:01 AM


I have teamed up with Nanas Deals and More who was given the opportunity to do a review on the " Soda Stream" and has teamed up with a great group of bloggers (all below on giveaway form) to help give away a (1) "Soda Stream Fountain Jet Soda Lover's Start-Up Kit ($99.95 Value)" to "ONE" Lucky Winner.  <-- Isn't that cool?

Winner Package Will Include

Soda Stream Fountain Jet Soda Lover's Start-Up Kit ($99.95 Value)
Winner’s choice of color (black/silver, red/silver or white)
1 carbonating bottle, reusable for up to 3 years
Reusable carbonator to fizz up to 60L of soda
Variety 6-pack of popular sample-size flavors
3 full-sized flavors of the winner’s choice

Let Entry Form Load Below and Enter Today for this Incredible Prize


* Entrants must like all sponsors pages for thier entry to be valid. Incomplete entrys will be invalid.

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